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Luke Littler continued the defence of his World Matchplay title with a tense 11-8 win over Nathan Aspinall in Blackpool.
The reigning champion produced a nine-dart end within the opening leg, coming extremely near a second nine-darter inside 4 legs.
Aspinall fought again from 7-5 down simply because it appeared just like the match was getting away from him, and himself managed a 170 checkout, although Littler in the end proved too sturdy.
Littler, who progresses to the quarter-final, instructed Sky Sports activities: “That was wonderful. That’s the most effective sport me and Nathan have had.
“Seeing the averages, I assumed his was going to be a bit higher. He gave it his all.
“His 170 was the most effective ever hit towards me, truthful play to Nathan Aspinall. I’m glad to participate in such a tremendous sport.”
Littler will subsequent tackle Josh Rock, who defeated an off-colour Stephen Bunting 11-6 within the ultimate match of the night time.
In Tuesday’s different matches, Michael van Gerwen’s marketing campaign was ended by a 14-12 defeat to fellow Dutchman Dirk van Duijvenbode.
Van Gerwen recovered from 8-4 right down to degree the match at 10-10 however Van Duijvenbode gained out.
Scotland’s Gary Anderson additionally progressed to the final eight with an 11-7 win over Welshman Jonny Clayton.
